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The Ontario Blue Jays youth baseball organization has suspended its head coach and director of player operations after an allegation of sexual misconduct toward a former player, the Toronto Sun has learned.

The news came to light Thursday evening when parents of the competitive baseball organization for youngsters 11 to 18 received an e-mail.

The club confirms Dan Bleiwas has been suspended “indefinitely.” The allegations have been reported to police but no charges have been laid.

The Mississauga-based organization isn’t affiliated with Major League Baseball’s Toronto Blue Jays.

“On Feb. 12, 2016, we contacted Peel Regional Police after hearing allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour involving a coach and a minor that took place approximately 15 years ago,” Sean Travers, the organization’s director of player development, said in an e-mailed response. “As an organization dedicated to providing a safe environment where kids can thrive, Ontario Blue Jays Baseball Club has zero tolerance for any behaviour that threatens the security and well-being of our players.

“The accused has been an employee of the club since 1999. In light of these allegations, he has been suspended indefinitely and instructed to avoid all contact with coaches, players and their families.”

Bleiwas didn’t respond to an e-mail from the Sun. His work e-mail indicated he’s out of the office and referred all calls to Travers.

The Ontario Blue Jays website says Bleiwas, a married Thornhill resident, is a scout for the Cincinnati Reds.

Peel Regional Police have yet to comment.

Said Travers: “The safety and security of all staff and players is our utmost priority. Though the alleged abuse occurred 15 years ago, we would like other potential victims to know that they will be supported in coming forward.”

Sad story. If you’re a parent or former player and have concerns, my suggestion is to contact Peel Police.

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Upset about Beyonce’s Super Bowl performance and her new video in which she’s on top of a sinking police car, Miami’s police association has made it clear it plans to boycott the singer’s April concert.

The Sun has learned some Toronto police officers are considering making a similar statement when she brings her Formation World Tour to the Rogers Centre in May.

“The fact that Beyonce used this year’s Super Bowl to divide Americans by promoting the Black Panthers and her anti-police message shows how she does not support law enforcement,” Javier Ortiz, president of The Miami Fraternal Order of Police, said in a press release. “We ask all law enforcement labour organizations to join our boycott across the country and to boycott all of her concerts.”

Even before the Miami association’s declaration, there were whispers in Toronto of an anti-Beyonce formation.

In fact, the following is a message that’s been sent to some officers:

“JUST SAY NO TO BEYONCE ! MAY 25th she is scheduled to appear in Toronto. Let’s start something here! Not ONE TPS Officer will accept the PAID DUTY. JUST SAY NO TO BEYONCE!”

A special congrats to Hamilton’s own Ron “Foxy” Foxcroft for winning the 2016 Gold Whistle Award — refereeing’s most prestigious honour.

Some people may have heard of the basketball ref’s Fox 40 pea-less whistle, which is used in all sports, but a lot of people don’t realize he’s officiated in five NCAA tournaments and an Olympic gold medal game. He’s also a tireless volunteer and supporter of Hamilton and GTA athletes.

“There are precious few individuals who place the well-being of sports officiating well in front of personal agenda or gain,” said Barry Mano, president of the National Association of Sports Officials. “Members of this group have made outsized contributions to officiating. Ron is without doubt a member of that elite and critically important group.”

Well done, Foxy. Congrats. I always thought his story of how he invented the Fox 40 after a pea got stuck in his whistle during a big game would make a great movie.

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Former Afghan interpreter James Akam seems to be in a no man’s land.

On one hand, Immigration Minister John McCallum has publicly granted him a visa to come to Canada and rescue his wife and young son from Afghanistan. On the other, he’s sitting in a refugee camp in Germany waiting, wondering and worrying because his German visa is set to expire next month.

He’s filled out his papers and sent in his pictures and fingerprints, but he still hasn’t been told when he can come to Canada — a country he served for years on the battlefields of Afghanistan.

The bureaucracy doesn’t seem to understand he has little money and can’t keep paying fees or travel very easily.

“They asked me to go to Dusseldorf for fingerprints but that is 500 km away. They must understand my situation.”

Welcome to Canada’s red tape, James. Or soon-to-be welcome.

As for his wife and son, he’s worried the Taliban or ISIS will find them hiding in Afghanistan.

Youth baseball coach suspended

Allegation of sexual misconduct reported to police

The Ontario Blue Jays youth baseball organization has suspended its head coach and director of player operations after an allegation of sexual misconduct toward a former player, the Toronto Sun has learned.

The news came to light Thursday evening when parents of the competitive baseball organization for youngsters 11 to 18 received an e-mail.

The club confirms Dan Bleiwas has been suspended “indefinitely.” The allegations have been reported to police but no charges have been laid.

The Mississauga-based organization isn’t affiliated with Major League Baseball’s Toronto Blue Jays.

“On Feb. 12, 2016, we contacted Peel Regional Police after hearing allegations of inappropriate sexual behaviour involving a coach and a minor that took place approximately 15 years ago,” Sean Travers, the organization’s director of player development, said in an e-mailed response. “As an organization dedicated to providing a safe environment where kids can thrive, Ontario Blue Jays B